Samsung Galaxy A23 5G vs Vivo X500
The Samsung Galaxy A23 5G (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 42/100 (a 47-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 592,015).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A23 5G
Vivo X500
What makes Samsung Galaxy A23 5G better?
- Lighter: 197g vs 211g
- Better portability (56/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 592015
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 905
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 2101
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 19/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 47 points higher (89/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 19/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G (96/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G (94/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G (87/100 vs 19/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G (84/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G is a bit better (56/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A23 5G | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 592015 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 905 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2101 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.6" PLS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2408 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 70 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, One UI 4.1 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 165.4×76.9×8.4 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 197 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A23 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A23 5G
- 6.6" PLS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A23 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A23 5G and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Samsung Galaxy A23 5G by 84.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy A23 5G
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G (96/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G (94/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G (87/100 vs 19/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G (84/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G is a bit better (56/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G by 47 points (89/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G and the Vivo X500?
The Samsung Galaxy A23 5G has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 19/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G over the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.